Manager – Sample Management

Manager, Sample Management; Onsite; Whitesboro, New York; Full Time

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development

We are currently seeking a Manager, Sample Management to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Manager, Sample Management at ICON, you will oversee the collection, handling, storage, and distribution of clinical trial samples. You will lead a team dedicated to ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely processing of biological samples, playing a crucial role in the success of clinical research studies.

• Managing the day-to-day operations of the sample management team, ensuring proper handling, storage, and distribution of clinical trial samples.
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of sample management professionals to ensure high-quality performance and adherence to study protocols.
• Collaborating with clinical and laboratory teams to ensure that sample management processes align with study requirements and regulatory guidelines.
• Implementing and optimizing workflows for sample tracking, labeling, storage, and shipment, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), and other relevant regulations related to sample management.
• Monitoring inventory and coordinating sample shipments to laboratories or other designated facilities while ensuring sample integrity.

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, laboratory management, or a related field, with significant experience in sample management within a clinical research setting.
• Proven experience managing sample logistics, including handling, storage, and shipment, with a strong understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to guide and develop a team of sample management professionals.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with experience in coordinating sample collection and distribution across multiple studies.
• Detail-oriented and proactive, with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of sample integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with the capacity to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

What ICON can offer you:

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At ICON, diversity, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative which helps us better serve our people, patients, customers, and our communities. We're proud of our diverse workforce and the work we’ve done to become a more inclusive organisation. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, education/training, and skill level.   You may be eligible for a bonus, stock compensation and commissions in some cases depending on your role and performance.

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